Meanings of 绗
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AI Study Notes for 绗
Imagine a 'hang' of fabric being tightly stitched together to create a warm quilt. The visual of fabric hanging in layers can help you remember the meaning of 绗, while the 'háng' sound connects it to the action of quilting.
When using 绗, it is typically in a more formal or literary context. Be careful not to confuse it with similar-sounding verbs that have different meanings. Common collocations include phrases like 绗缝 (háng fèng), meaning 'to quilt together'.
While 绗 is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, it connects well with other verbs related to manual skills and crafts, such as 缝 (féng, to sew). Focus on recognizing it in context, especially in discussions about traditional crafts.
Quilting has deep roots in Chinese culture, often associated with the craftsmanship of women in rural communities who create quilts for family use or as gifts. The designs can reflect local traditions and seasonal themes.
Learners often confuse 绗 with 缝 (féng), which means 'to sew'. For instance, saying '我喜欢绗衣服' (Wǒ xǐhuān háng yīfú) is incorrect; it should be '我喜欢缝衣服' (Wǒ xǐhuān féng yīfú) to mean 'I like to sew clothes'.
Pronunciation of 绗
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Etymology of 绗
thread
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Grammar Patterns of 绗
绗 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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这条被子有漂亮的荷叶饰边，而且____缝活做得也很精致。
The quilt has pretty, scalloped edges and intricate quilting.
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Cultural Notes for 绗
Quilting has deep roots in Chinese culture, often associated with the craftsmanship of women in rural communities who create quilts for family use or as gifts. The designs can reflect local traditions and seasonal themes.
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Frequently Asked Questions about 绗
It is pronounced as 'háng', with a rising tone.
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